On July 6, 2026, Apple released iOS 27 beta 3 for developers, adding new customization controls for Siri AI. The update follows beta 2, which delivered the long‑awaited Siri AI model and added Home and Wallet app enhancements.

The beta unlocks two sliders that let users adjust the pace and expressivity of Siri’s natural voice, but only on devices powered by the A19 Pro chip. The feature demands at least 12GB of RAM, so it is available on the iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air. Apple also refreshed Siri’s animation with a subtle glow under the bubble and renamed the “Indexing” notification to “Optimizing Search and Siri.” The Camera app now displays a note that Siri Mode requires Siri AI.

Because the Siri AI model must be re‑downloaded for each beta, many users saw the new features gated behind a wait‑list again. Apple nádively notes visual tweaks to the Reminders icon and adds a Golden Gate Bridge wallpaper to macOS Golden Gate beta 3. The release signals a tightening of advanced AI features to premium hardware, narrowing the ecosystem’s accessibility.